Turn Buffalo into a festive playground with an hour-long, app-led scavenger hunt. Track down seasonal items, perform silly holiday tasks and compete on a live leaderboard—perfect for families, friends, or coworkers.
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A cold breath of Lake Erie slides under your collar as you tap the screen and the hunt begins. Streets ring with holiday displays—storefronts vying for the loudest lights, wreaths clinging to lamp posts—and your team races to photograph seasonal targets, complete goofy tasks and climb the leaderboard.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels—mostly walking on paved city streets with light stair use possible
Wildlife
History
Buffalo grew rapidly as the Erie Canal’s terminus and industrial hub; its downtown and neighborhood architecture reflect late 19th–early 20th century prosperity.
Conservation
Respect public decorations and private property during the hunt, use marked public paths and support local shops rather than disturbing displays; pack out any trash to protect urban green spaces.
Reserve your spot on the Get in the holiday spirit with a scavenger hunt by Holly Jolly Hunt in Buffalo today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Charge your phone
The app uses your camera and GPS—bring a fully charged phone and a portable battery to avoid interruptions.
Pick a compact route
Run the hunt in walkable neighborhoods like Elmwood or Allentown to maximize finds and minimize transit time.
Dress for lake wind
Layer up and wear windproof outerwear—Lake Erie can make temperatures feel significantly colder.
Split team roles
Assign one navigator, one photographer and one task performer to move quickly and score higher.
Smartphone with camera
Required to run the app, submit photos and track your score.
Comfortable walking shoes
Urban pavement and quick bursts of walking make supportive footwear important.
Portable battery pack
Keeps your device powered through the hunt and photo uploads.
Weatherproof outer layer
A windproof jacket helps during cold, lake-effect weather in late fall and winter.
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